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August Youth Sector E-Newsletter

This email contains updates on the Live Well San Diego Youth Sector and new opportunities for youth and young adults in San Diego County.

Please share the opportunities in this email with youth and families!

Keep Riding Free with Youth Opportunity Pass: Verify Your Age In order to keep riding public transportation with a free or discounted YOP (Youth Opportunity Pass) PRONTO card, youth riders must provide proof of their age or other eligibility by January 31, 2025. View the instructions for how to verify eligibility and keep riding free!

Discover and Go Free Exhibit Passes Explore free day passes for different local museums and attractions with the Discover and Go program! All you need to reserve passes is a San Diego County Library card. View the webpage for more information!

Next Level Youth Workforce Development Program Join the Next Level Workforce Development and Career Training Program to start your pathway toward a new career! Visit the website to learn more about the careers available to you in healthcare, trades, education, finance, and more!

Free Youth Heart Screening The Eric Paredes Save a Life Foundation is hosting a free heart screening for youth ages 12-25 to identify risk factors for sudden cardiac arrest. Visit the event page to register for an appointment window and learn what you'll need to bring to get screened. WHEN: Sunday, August 25, 2024 | 9:30AM - 2:30PM WHERE: Carlsbad High School | 3557 Lancer Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Sashay, You Play The San Diego LGBT Community Center is hosting a free game night! All are welcome. There will be board games, pizza, and soft drinks. Visit the Google form to RSVP and see more details. WHEN: Thursday, August 29, 2024 | 5:30PM - 7:30PM WHERE: The Center's Auditorium | 3909 Centre St, San Diego, CA 92103

ARTS 2024 Summer Jam A Reason to Survive is inviting South Bay youth ages 12-18 to meet their teaching artists, learn more about their upcoming art projects through creative workshops, and enjoy an open panel discussion as well as live music! View the interest form to learn more and sign up! WHEN: Saturday, August 31, 2024 | 11AM - 3PM WHERE: ARTS Center | 200 E 12th St, National City, CA 91950

Art Through the Glass Opening Reception Participate in an immersive experience at the opening reception of "Art Through the Glass," an exhibition showcasing 15 local artists and galleries across San Diego. The exhibition reimagines empty storefronts at the Chula Vista Mall as dynamic art installations. View the event page for more information! WHEN: Saturday, September 14, 2024 | 2PM - 5PM WHERE: Chula Vista Center | 555 Broadway Suite 2020-21, Chula Vista, CA 91910

Clear the Shelters From August 10 to September 10, NBC 7 and Telemundo San Diego are partnering with local animal shelters and rescues to promote pet adoption. During this time, partnered shelters will be reducing adoption fees and County shelters will be waiving them. Check out the NBC San Diego article to see which shelters are participating!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County Become a mentor to a child in need! Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County empowers one-on-one relationships that ignite youths' potentials. Visit the webpage to learn more and check if you're eligible to become a Big!

Summer Movies in the Park Summer Movies in the Park is running from now until October! Enjoy family-friendly activities, snacks, and a wide selection of movies that begin 15 minutes after sunset. View the event schedule to see which movies are playing at which parks!

Cool Zones Need to escape the heat? The Cool Zone Site Program offers free air-conditioned spaces around San Diego County for people to stay cool until the end of October. View the full list of sites and locate one near you!

Community Events Calendar Visit the Community Events Calendar for upcoming events in San Diego County. You can also submit events to be added to this calendar online.

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